JSIS 539B: US Foreign Policy & International Engagement- Winter 2021 Course

Tuesdays, 11:30am-2:20pm, offered remotely, 5 credits; SLN: 16027

This course explores how the U.S. Executive Branch formulates and implements foreign and security policy. Taught by a former Ambassador with extensive experience in Europe and NATO, the class takes a practitioner’s approach to examine the actual conduct of foreign affairs, from defining the national interest to medium-term planning and day-to-day international engagement. Using case studies from the recent past, the course will examine how the U.S. advances the national agenda using military, diplomatic, assistance and other means. Students will refine their analytical and presentation skills through a series of short briefings on breaking developments and concise policy memos addressed to decision-makers.

Email maais@uw.edu for more information.

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